Changing The Game

Changing The Game

Changing the Game is a podcast that highlights bold, inspiring women who are redefining leadership and carving their own paths across different industries, backgrounds, and life chapters. Hosted by Jordan Duren, each episode dives deep into the stories of female leaders who have navigated transitions, taken risks, and challenged the status quo. From corporate trailblazers to creative entrepreneurs, these women share the real, unfiltered truths behind their journeys—what it took, what they learned, and what they’d tell the next woman ready to rise. If you’re ready to break the mold, own your story, and lead with purpose, this show is for you. -------------------------------------------- About Shift Group: Shift Group bridges the gap between military veterans, former athletes, and the business world through coaching and career upskilling. Our mission is to help these individuals unlock their unique skills and experiences and match them with top-tier companies in need of resilient, coachable, and team-oriented professionals. The Shift Connect platform accelerates learning and streamlines the hiring process by connecting employers with pre-vetted candidates who are ready to excel. Customers reduce hiring time, lower costs, increase growth rates, and improve retention. Shift Group is committed to helping businesses build high-performing teams and supporting veterans and athletes in their career development. Discover how Shift Group can transform your hiring process and unlock the potential of exceptional talent. Visit us at shiftgroup.io to learn more.

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August 14, 2025 36 mins

This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with one of her best friends, Jaelyn Arndt, Associate Director of Communications for Social Media at the NCAA, and a former collegiate volleyball player and coach.

From covering the Olympics in Paris to some of the biggest events in collegiate sports, Jaelyn opens up about the highs and lows of life in and out of sports. We talk about building a career in social media, ...

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From Boston sports to anchoring SportsCenter at ESPN and now hosting on SiriusXM, Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Jade McCarthy has built a career on telling powerful stories that connect and inspire.

In this episode of Changing the Game, Jade opens up about her journey through the ever-evolving world of sports media, navigating career transitions, and finding resilience in the face of change. She shares what it takes to thr...

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As GM of Jordan Sport, Rebecca Cohn’s career is anything but linear. From finance to strategy, operations, and now leading Jordan Brand across Asia Pacific and Latin America. 

A former college basketball player turned global GM, Rebecca shares how curiosity, versatility, and staying present have been the keys to navigating change and building a career that truly fills her cup.

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Ashlan Ramsey knows what it takes to perform under pressure. As a former LPGA Tour pro, she spent years competing at the highest level until she realized it was time to pivot. Now, as Head of Member Experience at The Post, she’s helping build a one-of-a-kind community for leaders shaped by sport.

In this episode, Ashlan shares her journey from professional athlete to community builder, the lessons golf taught her about lead...

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Stephanie Joyce, AVP of SaaS Sales for North America at Commvault.

From breaking into sales with grit to leading high-performing teams across the U.S. and Canada, Stephanie shares what it takes to succeed in a competitive industry.

Whether you’re leading a team, chasing a quota, or striving to level up in your career, this conversation will light a fire.

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Sam Tierney, a former police officer turned advocate for veteran and first responder career transitions. Now a Shift Group partner, Sam brings her firsthand experience and passion to helping others find purpose after service.

In this episode, Sam shares her journey out of law enforcement, her time working at Black Rifle Coffee, and how she found renewed purpose thr...

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports, current CEO of Food52, and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career.

Erika opens up about her non-linear path from receptionist to CEO, how she’s embraced failure as fuel, and why tuning out the noise and trusting your gut matters more than any resume or job title. 

She also shares candid advice on showing up authent...

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Ashley Ferguson, a former U.S. Naval Aviator, Top Gun graduate, Naval Academy basketball player, MIT Sloan alum, and now the COO of Guardian Agriculture.

Ashley shares her incredible journey from military aviation to leading innovation in agtech. She opens up about what it takes to lead in high-stakes environments, how she has embraced change throughout her career,...

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Briana Gilmartin, a former college soccer player at Iona College. Now a leader in athlete career development, Briana shares how she helps players transition beyond sport through authentic mentorship and meaningful connections.

In this episode, Briana dives into the power of networking and how the NWSL’s Beyond the Field program aligns with Shift Group’s mission to ...

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This week on Changing the Game, Jordan Duren sits down with Olympic silver medalist and sales leader Jazz Carlin to talk about her transition from elite swimmer to elite sales professional.

In this episode, Jazz shares powerful insights on building resilience, navigating identity after sport, and how athletes can find their purpose outside the pool. If you're navigating a career transition or are considering taking on a new...

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June 11, 2025 22 secs

Changing the Game is a podcast that highlights bold, inspiring women who are redefining leadership and carving their own paths across different industries, backgrounds, and life chapters.

Hosted by Jordan Duren, each episode dives deep into the stories of female leaders who have navigated transitions, taken risks, and challenged the status quo. From corporate trailblazers to creative entrepreneurs, these women share the rea...

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